Red Green wrote:

Just make sure it's installed to code by whoever, including yourself.
For instance, some states require Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant
(FVIR) units with sealed burners.

In some places or cases where non FIVR is allowed, the water heater
must
be like 12-18" off the floor. They actually sell a galvanized metal
table for this purpose. One could easily be make out of 2xX's if
allowed.


Isn't the raised water heater requirement confined to installations in a
garage (or similar) where flammable liquids are likely?